Osprey Publishing: Panzer Divisions 1944-1945

Panzer Divisions 1944–45

Panzer Divisions 1944–45
Author: Pier Paolo Battistelli
About this book
This volume provides a detailed examination on the late-war changes to the German Army Panzer forces and the formation of new units, from the collapse on the Eastern Front, through operations on the Western Front in Normandy and the Ardennes, to the final battle for Berlin in 1945. The major organizational changes that took place in this intensive period are examined, together with the adaptation of German armoured doctrine, tactics, and the command. Details of unit histories and operations, illustrated in colour maps, are also provided in this packed treatment.
Contents

* Introduction
* Combat Mission
* Preparation for War: Doctrine and Training
* Unit Organization
* Tactics
* Command, Control, Communication and Intelligence
* Combat Operations
* Lessons Learned
* Chronology
* Bibliography
* Index